- Person-centred
- Trauma-focused
- UK based
About Michael
Michael Johansen is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. He also supports people facing grief, relationship strain, parenting pressures and life changes. Michael works in a direct, calm way so conversations stay practical and focused on what matters now.
He uses a person-centred approach that puts the client's experience first. Sessions concentrate on listening, reflecting and helping people find their own solutions. That style is simple and steady - helpful when someone feels overwhelmed or uncertain.
Michael also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat in relationships and mood. This helps when older experiences affect present feelings and choices. He combines that with trauma-focused work when past harm is still causing distress.
Clients can expect a non-judgemental tone and straightforward conversation. Michael aims to make space for difficult feelings and to work with each person at their own pace. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
With seven years of experience in the UK, he focuses on practical ways to cope and move forward. People who want to talk through career stress, intimacy issues, ADHD-related challenges, or reactions after a disaster will find this practice addresses those concerns in clear, step-by-step sessions.
How therapeutic approaches translate online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and helping people find their own answers. Online sessions using this approach tend to be conversational and supportive, which can help with stress, self-esteem and relationship worries.Psychodynamic Therapy looks at repeating patterns and how past experiences affect today. Delivered remotely, this work can help people notice unhelpful cycles in relationships or mood and consider different choices.
Trauma-Focused Therapy targets the effects of past harm and aims to reduce distress linked to those events. When used online it usually combines careful pacing with grounding techniques and discussion about coping strategies.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and how you respond in early sessions, and together you will decide which methods suit you best. This is a collaborative process rather than a fixed plan.
For practicalities, please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and can reduce travel time. It also allows for shorter check-ins when needed, and for sessions that focus on talking rather than paperwork. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt these approaches to suit your life and schedule.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Michael help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief plus relationship and parenting concerns. Additional focuses include ADHD, attachment and coping after a disaster.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centred style that prioritises listening and collaboration, combined with psychodynamic and trauma-focused ways of working when appropriate.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has seven years of professional experience supporting people with emotional and relational difficulties in the United Kingdom.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions operate via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to start sessions?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.